Basketball

Israeli hoops players end strike, return to the court

According to the agreement, starting next season, the minister’s framework will grant a budget of 2.2 million NIS only to teams that play with four foreign players throughout the season.

 Israeli basketball players reached a resolution with the league administration to end their strike and return to play.
Jason Collins huddles with the Nets before playing the Washington Wizards in 2014.

Jason Collins, first openly gay active NBA player, dies at 47

Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies power forward Brandon Clarke (15) warms up before the game against the Washington Wizards at FedExForum, Dec 20, 2025.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at age 29

 IT WAS a successful debut campaign of Euroleague basketball for Hapoel Tel Aviv, which saw its season end with a 3-1 quarterfinals series loss to Real Madrid.

Real Madrid eliminates Hapoel Tel Aviv


Hapoel defeats Towers in first European basketball game in Israel since October 7

Although the contest was played in Holon due to the Jerusalem Arena being unavailable, the Reds’ fans packed into Heichal Toto to witness another step toward a return to normalcy in the Holy Land.

KHADEEN CARRINGTON drives for two points during Hapoel Jerusalem’s home victory over Hamburg.

Israeli star Yam Madar shines as Hapoel Tel Aviv wins in Israeli basketball action

Hapoel Tel Aviv rides Madar’s return • Walker, Maccabi TA cruise • Jerusalem escapes Kiryat Ata

 LONNIE WALKER continued to have the hot hand for Maccabi Tel Aviv, scoring 24 of his 27 points in the first half of the 104-73 rout of Maccabi Rishon Lezion.

Three-for-three: Maccabi, Hapoel storm to European victories before returning home

“I’m very happy, and getting the team to win is most important. Our record doesn’t show it, but we will climb the ladder. We have so much talent to show,” Walker, the game's MVP, said.

 LONNIE WALKER scored a game-high 23 points to lead Maccabi Tel Aviv to a 83-65 upset victory of Zalgiris to improve its Euroleague record to 4-10.

Israel struggles in World Cup qualifiers, faces 'uphill battle' after disastrous opening window

Playing the “home” game in Riga is obviously not ideal for Israel, but the squad has faced this challenge since the outbreak of the war in October 2023.

YAIR KRAVITS (right) and Team Israel were badly outplayed by both and Germany and Croatia in their opening two matches to 2027 World Cup qualifying.

Avdija shines as Wolf and Saraf lift Nets in breakout night for Israeli NBA talent

Avdija powered Portland to a key win as Wolf and Saraf helped Brooklyn notch back-to-back victories.

Brooklyn Nets' Danny Wolf, December 5, 2025.

Israel falls to 0-2 with costly Croatia basketball defeat

Beit Halachmi admits the Israeli national basketball team ‘hardly practiced’ in a frustrating start to World Cup qualifying.

BAR TIMOR (center) and the Israel national team got off to a terrible start to World Cup qualifying, dropping its record to 0-2 with a 85-71 to Croatia.

Israeli NBA talent takes spotlight despite dual team losses

From Avdija’s triple-double heroics for Portland to the promise of Brooklyn rookies Wolf and Saraf, Israeli players continue to leave an unmistakable imprint on the NBA stage.

ALTHOUGH BOTH their teams lost, Deni Avdija’s triple-double brilliance for the Portland Trail Blazers and Danny Wolf’s breakout shooting for the Brooklyn Nets highlight a banner weekend for Israeli and Jewish basketball.

Israel loses to Germany 89-69 in World Cup qualifier debut

Germany tightened its defense after a close first quarter, holding Israel to 9 points in the second quarter and pulling away for an 89,69 win in the qualifier.

 Israel Coach Ariel Beit Halachmi aims to reinvigorate the national team ahead of tonight’s contest vs Croatia.

Israel opens World Cup qualifying campaign with tough tests vs. Germany, Croatia

“We are about to launch the next campaign that is very significant for Israeli basketball and for all of us,” noted Beit Halachmi. “It’s a very big challenge, but also a huge opportunity."

MAKING HIS first national team appearance since 2022, Tamir Blatt reenters the fold at a pivotal moment  as Israel begins its push toward the 2027 World Cup.

Israel ParaSport Center marks 65 years with new Luski Aquatic Center

Reporter's Notebook: The new Luski Aquatic Center marks the third generation of the Luski family's support for the Israel ParaSport Center, ensuring disabled athletes have facilities to thrive.

Israel ParaSport Center marks 65 years with new Luski Aquatic Center